Mildred was born March 14, 1921 in Goshen, NY, the daughter of John and Blanche (Warren) Gorish. She was the widow of Charles A. Houghtaling.

Mildred was a graduate of Goshen High School with a Regents diploma. Mom was the supreme homemaker, a great cook, she was well known for her apple pies and she loved working in the garden.

Mildred is survived by her children: Judith A. Faurot and husband, Randall of Florida, NY, David N. Houghtaling and wife, Ruth of Everett, WA and Charles A. Houghtaling of Deerfield Beach, FL; four grandchildren: Mary Rowland, Scott Houghtaling, Kristi Houghtaling and Jeff Houghtaling; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles and her grandson, Eric Houghtaling.

A Memorial Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 23rd, at 12 p.m. at the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc., 82 South Church Street, Goshen, NY, with the Service at 1 p.m., with Pastor Michael Otte. Burial will follow in the Orange County Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Craigville Road, Goshen, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mildred's name to Orange County Office for the Aging, Meals-on-Wheels, 30 Matthews Street, Suite 201, Goshen, NY 10924 or a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements are under the care of the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc., Goshen, NY; to leave the family a personal condolence, please visit www.donovanfunerals.com